Imperial Europe
Storied cities and towns unfold before guests on this delightful Imperial Europe, 10 Day tour. Exciting trip highlights include the best of Germany, Austria, Hungary, Slovakia and Czech Republic. Art, medieval towns, world-famous landmarks, fine wines, towering spires and castles are among the remarkable sites awaiting travellers on this memorable journey.
European gems are abundant on this exciting vacation. Dive into sophisticated Munich and stroll though the Marienplatz for a fantastic view of the famous Glockenspiel. Beautiful and medieval Regensburg is always a popular destination. See the 1,000-year-old Prague Castle and its impressive St. Vitus Cathedral followed by a stop in Old Town to taste delicious chocolate Trdelník. Admire Bratislava's Gothic, Baroque and Art Deco architecture. Multiple UNESCO-listed sites on the itinerary include the Castle Hill District of Budapest. Vienna's ornate and colorful St. Stephen's Cathedral roof is a lovely subject for photos. Pass the verdant vineyards of Wachau Valley. Priceless takeaways include new friends and thrilling memories.
10 Days • fr. $2,272
Tour Highlights & Offers
Tour Includes
- ORIENTATION of Munich and Regensburg
- VISIT Bratislava
- SEE the Fisherman's Bastion in Budapest
- TOUR Győr
- VIEW the Marienplatz in Munich
- ADMIRE St. Vitus' Cathedral and the Old Town Square of Prague
- WITNESS the Imperial Boulevards of Vienna and Melk Abbey
- HOSTED dinner with Hungarian family at their winery
- LOCAL SPECIALIST in Prague
- GUIDED TOUR in Budapest
- SPECIALIST GUIDE in Vienna and Salzburg
- MARVEL at Rathaus-Glockenspiel
- EXPERIENCE 1,000-year-old Prague Castle
- SEE Astronomical Clock and its hourly Walk of the Apostles
- VISIT Budapest's UNESCO-listed Castle Hill district
- TOUR Hofburg Palace
- LEARN about Benedictine Melk Abbey
- Handcrafted Highlights
- Audio Headsets for flexible sightseeing
- Luxury air-conditioned coach with WiFi in most countries
- All porterage and local charges included
- An expert Travel Director and separate Driver
- Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
- VIP entry to many sights
- Airport transfers on the first and last day of your guided holiday
- All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
Not Included
- Gratuities are included for services during the land stay of your vacation unless otherwise noted. This includes wait staff at included meals, and porterage at hotels for one suitcase per person. Gratuities for your tour director, local hosts, guides, and drivers are not included in the vacation price (unless otherwise noted in pricing details) and are discretionary.
- All items of a personal nature (room service, beverages, telephone charges, laundry, special food requests, etc.) and meals not specified on the tour itinerary are not included and must be paid by the client.
- All rates exclude airfare unless expressly noted.
Meal Inclusions
Hotel Details
- Sheraton Westpark/Holiday Inn Westpark in Munich, Germany (2 nights)
- Vienna House Andels in Prague, Czech Republic (2 nights)
- Novotel Danube in Budapest, Hungary (2 nights)
- Renaissance Wien in Vienna, Austria (2 nights)
- Hubertushof Anif/Mercure City in Salzburg, Austria (1 night)
- The hotels listed are intended to be used on all departures however Trafalgar Tours reserves the right to substitute other hotels than those listed. If a change becomes necessary for any reason, the hotel substituted will be of equivalent quality to those listed. No refunds are provided for hotel changes and full cancellation penalties apply.
Day 1
ARRIVE MUNICH Location Information Description
Munich, Germany
The sophisticated city streets of Munich are your launch pad to an adventure through the capitals of imperial Europe. Spend some free time immersing yourself in the sights and sounds of the Bavarian capital.
Later, join your fellow travellers and Travel Director on an orientation tour. View the Marienplatz, the center of Munich city life since the 12th century, and its iconic Glockenspiel, before a Welcome Reception to kick-start your journey.
Dinner
Sheraton Westpark/Holiday Inn Westpark
Day 2
MUNICH - REGENSBURG - PRAGUE Location Information Description
Prague, Czech Republic
This morning visit Regensburg, an unspoilt medieval gem on your way to the Czech Republic. Cross the border to Prague, your home for the next two nights.
Breakfast
Vienna House Andels
Day 3
PRAGUE SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Location Information Description
Prague, Czech Republic
Delve into centuries of history as you join a 'Local Specialist' for a guided sightseeing tour of Prague. View the impressive Gothic architecture of St. Vitus Cathedral in the grounds of the 1,000-year-old Prague Castle, then cross the river on your walking tour to the Old Town Square to see the Astronomical Clock, with its hourly Walk of the Apostles.
The afternoon is yours to experience the city on your terms. Savor the delicious chocolate flavors of Trdelník in the old Town Square, pay tribute to the saints that line the Charles Bridge or consider a relaxing lunch cruise on the Vltava.
Breakfast
Vienna House Andels
Day 4
PRAGUE - BRATISLAVA - BUDAPEST Location Information Description
Bratislava, Slovakia
Leave the beauty of Prague behind for the lush landscapes of Moravia and pass into Slovakia. Stop in Bratislava to admire its eclectic Gothic, Baroque and Art Deco architecture.
Location Information Description
Budapest, Hungary
Crossing the border into Hungary, you'll arrive in Budapest, the 'Paris of the East'. Consider spending the evening on a river cruise along the Danube paired with a dinner of a selection of Hungarian specialties and awe-inspiring views.
Breakfast
Novotel Danube
Day 5
BUDAPEST SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Location Information Description
Budapest, Hungary
Admire the iconic and unexpected highlights of Budapest on a guided sightseeing tour with a 'Local Specialist'. See the famous Chain Bridge which connects the two ancient settlements that straddle the Danube, and the UNESCO-listed Castle Hill district.
Visit Fisherman's Bastion, paying tribute to the seven Magyar chieftains who founded the Hungarian nation. Here, you can enjoy superb views across the imposing Parliament building and Danube below. Spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Join the Schieszl family for a hearty 'Be My Guest' Hungarian dinner. 'Connect With Locals' and hear the story of their winery.
Breakfast, Dinner
Novotel Danube
Day 6
BUDAPEST - GYOR - VIENNA Location Information Description
Budapest, Hungary
A leisurely start to your morning could see you soaking up the relaxing atmosphere in the Széchenyi Spa Baths, enjoying coffee and kurtos in the charming Jewish Quarter or joining a guided tour of the magnificent Parliament Building.
Location Information Description
Győr, Hungary
Cross the hilly landscapes of Transdanubia, arriving in Győr to explore its Baroque architecture and medieval atmosphere.
Location Information Description
Vienna, Austria
Arrive in Vienna for an evening at leisure to indulge in the captivating melodies, art and architecture of a city that was once home to famous composers. Hotel - Renaissance Wien
Breakfast
Renaissance Wien
Day 7
VIENNA SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Location Information Description
Vienna, Austria
Explore the imperial splendour of Vienna at Hofburg Palace, the former winter residence of the Habsburg Dynasty during your guided sightseeing tour of Vienna with a 'Local Specialist'.
Admire the grand State Opera House and Ringstrasse, a beautiful sweeping boulevard built in the 19th-century to replace the city walls. Then, see the ornate colorful roof of St. Stephen's Cathedral, one of the city's most beloved icons. Consider visiting the Baroque Schönbrunn Palace with its tranquil gardens or enjoy Vienna's musical talents at one of the performances for which the city is famous.
Breakfast
Renaissance Wien
Day 8
VIENNA - WACHAU VALLEY - SALZBURG SIGHTSEEING Location Information Description
Wachau Valley, Austria
The enchanting landscapes of the UNESCO-designated Wachau Valley provide a picturesque backdrop for your leisurely drive past vineyards and fortresses en route to Salzburg. You'll see the Benedictine Melk Abbey perched on a rocky outcrop above the Danube and learn about its royal connections.
Location Information Description
Salzburg, Austria
Arriving in Salzburg, you'll embark on a leisurely walking tour of its Old Town with a 'Local Specialist'. Dine in your hotel this evening.
Breakfast, Dinner
Hubertushof Anif/Mercure City
Day 9
SALZBURG- MUNICH Location Information Description
Munich, Germany
Leave Austria behind, bound for the German city of Munich. This evening you'll celebrate an unforgettable journey through some of Europe's most memorable cities during a Farewell Dinner with your travel companions and Travel Director.
Breakfast, Dinner
Sheraton Westpark/Holiday Inn Westpark
Day 10
DEPART MUNICH Location Information Description
Munich, Germany
For now, it's time to say a fond auf Wiedersehen to Germany, your fellow travellers and Travel Director at the end of your exhilarating European experience. Transfers to Munich airport are available, conditions apply.
Breakfast
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Important Information
Cancellation Policy
- 60 days or more prior to departure the deposit is non-refundable
- 59-16 days prior to commencement of services: 30% of total price*
- 15-8 days prior to commencement of services: 50% of total price*
- 7-1 days prior to commencement of services: 90% of total price*
- On departure day and later: 100% of total price*
- *Total price does not include any Instant Purchase Air or Instant Purchase Air service fees, which are non-refundable after 24 hours from purchase. Intra-vacation air is non-refundable after final payment.
- Cancellation fees may also apply to any additional services, including extra night accommodations, independently supplied services, and optional excursions reserved prior to, during, and after the tour. If flight changes, including, but not limited to, flight cancellations or name changes, are requested after full land and air deposits are received, revision fees, change fees, or airline cancellation fees will apply.
- In many instances, airline revision or change fees can be up to $300, but in some instances may be up to 100% of the ticket price. Cancellation penalties will be quoted at time of cancellation.
- All cancellations must be received in writing prior to tour departure. The cancellation policy will apply according to the date that the cancellation notification is received. The MINIMUM cancellation penalty is the deposit amount.
- The purchase to trip cancellation insurance is strongly recommended.
Terms and Conditions
- Land only “from price” is per person based on two people sharing a room together and does not include airfare unless expressly stated.
- All prices are in US Dollars.
- A $200 non-refundable, non-transferable, per-person, per-vacation deposit is required to reserve space for you, with some limited exceptions, as noted below. Payment of the deposit indicates you have read and accepted theseall Terms & Conditions. Your booking is not confirmed until the deposit payment is processed and you receive a confirmation invoice.
- Final payment is due 60 days prior to departure, with some limited exceptions, as noted below. Within the final payment date, payment in full is required at time of booking to reserve space. Reservations (land, cruise, and air) are canceled if final payment is not received by the due date. The payment policy may vary for group reservations.
- Additional deposits or payments are required for international air added to the start and/or end of your vacation and/or for intra-vacation air, as specified in the itinerary (“air-inclusive vacations”). Air-inclusive vacation pricing is guaranteed upon receipt of full land plus air deposit or land deposit plus full airfare price, depending on type of airfare purchased (Flex-Air or Instant Purchase Air).
- For complete terms and conditions please visit the Trafalgar Terms & Conditions for more information.